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shapely Synonyms
Another word for shapely
Choosing another word for shapely depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Having a pleasing, attractive, or well-proportioned physical form (especially of a person's body or limbs).
Usage Example
"The dancer was admired for her graceful posture and well-proportioned legs."
Strongest
well-proportioned
Strong
curvaceous
curvy
statuesque
voluptuous
comely
• adjective (Context 2)
Having a neat, symmetrical, or aesthetically pleasing structure or outline (of an object, plant, or artistic work).
Usage Example
"The gardener pruned the overgrown boxwood into a symmetrical hedge."
Strong
symmetrical
proportional
proportionate
balanced
graceful
harmonious
Opposites of shapely
The opposite of shapely shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
shapeless
formless
misshapen
amorphous
lopsided
disproportionate
asymmetrical
ungainly
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Shapely. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/shapely